Month: April 2015
Adobe Camera RAW 9 released with Lightroom CC/6 features
Immediately after introducing Lightroom CC and Lightroom 6, Adobe has released an update to Camera RAW for Photoshop users. The new Adobe Camera RAW 9 is here and it comes packed with the same features offered by Lightroom CC/6 along with a slew of new camera and lens profiles from Canon and Nikon among others.
Pentax K-3 II unveiled with built-in GPS instead of pop-up flash
Once again, the rumors have turned out to be true! Ricoh has just taken the wraps off of the Pentax K-3 II DSLR camera which comes packed with some differences when compared to its predecessor. The new K-3 II employs a Pixel Shift Resolution mode that shifts the sensor in order to capture higher-quality images among others.
Sigma 25mm f/1.2 lens patented for Micro Four Thirds cameras
A Sigma patent has been discovered in Japan. The application is describing a bright wide-angle prime optic created for mirrorless cameras featuring a Micro Four Thirds sensor. The product in question is the Sigma 25mm f/1.2 lens, which will provide a 35mm focal length equivalent of 50mm when mounted on m4/3 shooters.
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Zeiss reveals Batis 85mm f/1.8 and 25mm f/2 lenses
While the whole world has been waiting for a new Loxia-series manual focus optic, Zeiss has unveiled its first autofocus lenses for Sony FE-mount mirrorless cameras. The new Batis 85mm f/1.8 and 25mm f/2 lenses are here as bright prime optics with autofocus support and the promise to deliver high image quality.
More Pentax K-3 II specs, details, and photos revealed
The full Pentax K-3 II specs list has just been leaked on the web along with more photos of the DSLR. Recently, the rumor mill has revealed a single shot of the camera, but now the gossip talks have revealed more images, while confirming the Pentax K-3 replacement’s official announcement date: April 23.
Sony RX100 Mark IV with Micro Four Thirds sensor is real, source says
More reports confirming the existence of the Sony RX100 Mark IV are showing up within the rumor mill. It is said that the compact camera will replace the RX100 Mark III with a new image sensor the size of a Micro Four Thirds model. It seems like the RX100 IV will be announced soon, although an exact date is still unknown.
Canon EOS C500 Mark II coming in mid-2016 with 6K+ video support
Pretty soon we may have to stop talking about 4K video recording as being a must-have feature for cameras aimed at videographers. It seems like the world will make the jump to 6K and 8K a lot sooner than expected. According to the rumor mill, Canon EOS C500 Mark II will be introduced in 2016 and will record higher-than-4K movies.
Nikon full-frame mirrorless camera said to be in development
The Nikon full-frame mirrorless camera is back into the rumor mill. The device is said to be in development stage while an initial version is being tested on the field. Sources have also revealed a few details about the camera’s design and specs list, while making a few claims about its alleged announcement timeframe.
Adobe officially introduces Lightroom CC and Lightroom 6
After months of rumors and teasers, Adobe has finally released the next-generation version of Lightroom. For the first time in its history, the software has been split into two versions: Lightroom CC and Lightroom 6. The former has been added to the Creative Cloud suite, while the latter is available as a standalone program.
2015 Pulitzer Prize winners in photography announced
The winners of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize in photography have been revealed. Daniel Berehulak covering the Ebola crisis in West Africa for The New York Times has won the “Feature” category while the St. Louis Dispatch-Post photography staff has won the “Breaking News” category for excellence in covering the Ferguson protests.
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New Canon 6D Mark II details leaked on the web
Canon is now rumored to announce and release the 5D Mark IV in early 2016. The claims are coming in the wake of the latest Canon 6D Mark II details being leaked on the web. It appears that the 6D replacement will come sometime after the 5D Mark IV’s release date, which is set for the first quarter of 2016.
Fujifilm 30mm f/1 lens rumored to be in development
Fujifilm is reportedly developing a prime lens with an ultra-bright aperture. The product in question is said to consist of a Fujifilm 30mm f/1 lens whose focal length may suffer some changes. This interesting lens is said to be in the first phase of development, which means that it could take a while before it becomes official.
Sony RX1-X could be the RX-series camera coming soon
Sony will hold an official announcement event on April 23 in order to introduce one or more cameras. The leaked product launch calendar says that we will see new RX, A6000, and A7-series cameras in Q2 2015. The RX model could consist of the Sony RX1-X, says a trusted source who has provided accurate details in the past.
“Fifty Fifty Selfie Barber Shop” project by Adriano Alarcon
A Brazilian artist has spent four months growing an epic beard only to have to shave half of it off. Upon realizing his mistake, Adriano Alarcon has decided to replace it with candy or toys, thinking that other people will not notice it. Well, it was all part of a plan that resulted in the creative and fun “Fifty Fifty Selfie Barber Shop” series.
Zeiss Loxia wide-angle lens to be released in late 2015
If you own a Sony FE-mount mirrorless camera and you are a fan of Zeiss optics, then you will be pleased to hear that you will get the chance of buying a new product by the end of this year. During an interview at NAB Show 2015, a Zeiss representative has confirmed that a Zeiss Loxia wide-angle lens will be announced later in 2015.
New Fujifilm X-T10 info revealed by trusted source
In the near future, Fujifilm will introduce a cheaper version of the X-T1. It will be sold under the name of X-T10 and, in the meantime, a trusted source has leaked more Fujifilm X-T10 info. It appears that the mirrorless camera will be released in two colors bearing the same price tag, unlike the X-T1.
Sony A6100, A7RII, and RX100 IV coming in Q2 2015
Wikileaks has revealed the full set of documents obtained by the hackers during the November 2014 breach into Sony’s servers. Among the leaked documents, viewers can find the company’s product launch calendar, which confirms that the Sony A6100, A7RII, and RX100 IV cameras will be announced in Q2 2015.
Panasonic G7 Micro Four Thirds camera to be unveiled soon
After being rumored to be cancelled, the GF-series of Micro Four Thirds cameras has been renewed by Panasonic through the GF7 in 2015. The GX-series was in danger, but the GX8 will be released this summer. If you thought that a Panasonic G7 was not going to make it, then you should change your views because it is coming soon.
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